Pharmacology worksheet with answers

Which herbal product is commonly taken for sleep and can add to the effect of sedatives?

1. AGinger
2. BPeppermint
3. CCranberry
4. DValerian

Which drug can be used in beta blocker overdose because it raises heart rate through a non-adrenergic pathway?

1. AFlumazenil
2. BInsulin
3. CNaloxone
4. DGlucagon

Antibiotics are effective against:

1. ABacteria
2. BAll microorganisms equally
3. CViruses
4. DAllergic reactions

In which patient is bupropion contraindicated?

1. AA patient with a seizure disorder or an eating disorder
2. BA patient with high blood cholesterol and a family history of it
3. CA patient with seasonal allergies
4. DA patient who wants to stop smoking

A 19-year-old starts an SSRI for depression. Which is most important for the nurse to monitor during the first weeks?

1. ADaily bowel movements only
2. BBlood glucose before every meal and at bedtime
3. CNew or worsening suicidal thoughts or agitation
4. DHearing loss and tinnitus

During adult cardiac arrest, how often is IV adrenaline (epinephrine) usually repeated?

1. AEvery 3–5 minutes
2. BEvery 30 seconds
3. COnce only, at the start
4. DEvery 15–20 minutes

A patient who uses insulin is taught sick-day rules. Which statement shows a need for further teaching?

1. A"If I am ill and not eating, I will stop my insulin completely."
2. B"I will seek help if I keep vomiting or have ketones."
3. C"I will check my blood glucose and ketones more often while I am ill."
4. D"I will keep drinking fluids, even if I cannot eat much."

Why is sildenafil contraindicated in a patient who uses nitrates for angina?

1. ASildenafil blocks the conversion of nitrates into nitric oxide in the vessels
2. BNitrates block the metabolism of sildenafil in the liver
3. CThe combination causes dangerous hyperkalaemia
4. DBoth raise cGMP in vascular smooth muscle and can cause severe hypotension